This was disclosed in a statement released by NELFUND’s Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi.

The agency said the application window will run from Thursday, October 23, 2025, to Saturday, January 31, 2026.

NELFUND urged fresh students to apply using their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number in place of a matriculation number.

It appealed to tertiary institutions to show understanding regarding registration and fee payment deadlines for applicants awaiting loan disbursement.

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“Institutional Institutions are encouraged to show understanding in enforcing registration and fee Flexibility payment deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement

“Institutions that have not yet commenced their 2025/2026 academic session should Special Notice formally write to NELFUND with their approved academic calendar for scheduling flexibility

Source: Punch